Sacramento Public Library

Fri, Nov 01, 9:30am - 11:00am

Offsite

This program is located at the George Sim Community Center, 6207 Logan Street, Sacramento, 95824

Fri, Nov 01, 10:00am - 11:00am

Galt - Marian O. Lawrence

Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes designed to build early literacy skills

Fri, Nov 01, 10:00am - 11:00am

Belle Cooledge - Belle Cooledge Meeting Room

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Fri, Nov 01, 10:00am - 11:00am

Franklin

Join us for Explore and Learn, a play-based program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.

Fri, Nov 01, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Martin Luther King, Jr. - Martin Luther King, Jr. Meeting Room

Join us for our weekly Adult Space: Crafting program. Bring your own project or use our provided crafting supplies. Light refreshments will be provided.

Fri, Nov 01, 10:30am - 11:30am

South Natomas - South Natomas Meeting Room

Rescheduled

Fri, Nov 01, 10:30am - 11:00am

New date Friday, November 01, 11:00am - 11:30am

Sylvan Oaks

Meet at Sylvan Oaks Library every Friday at 11:00 a.m. for a casual guided stroll through the park. Adults and families are all welcome!

Fri, Nov 01, 10:30am - 11:30am

New venue Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe Bilingual Storytime

Fri, Nov 01, 10:30am - 11:30am

Del Paso Heights

Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.

Fri, Nov 01, 10:30am - 11:00am

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

Disfruta de cuentos, canciones, rimas y movimientos en español y en inglés. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and movement in Spanish and English.

Fri, Nov 01, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Central - Central Library 3rd Floor

? Please bring your questions and devices to Central Library on Fridays from 11:00am to 1:00pm to receive 1-on-1 help from our friendly and knowledgeable staff.? We can help with mobile device troubleshooting, resumes, email setup and general technology questions.? First come, first served.

Fri, Nov 01, 11:00am - 11:30am

Sylvan Oaks

Meet at Sylvan Oaks Library every Friday at 11:00 a.m. for a casual guided stroll through the park. Adults and families are all welcome!

Fri, Nov 01, 11:30am - 1:00pm

Sylvan Oaks

Bring your laptop, tablet, phone or ereader to the library to get help from our tech expert.Tech Help is drop-in, first come first served.

Makerspace @ Central - Drop In - Visit the Makerspace

Fri, Nov 01, 11:30am - 1:00pm

Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Study Room B

Meet 1-on-1 with library staff to discuss your tech needs.

Fri, Nov 01, 12:00pm - 6:00pm

Central

Create your concept with advanced tools to create music, designs, and 3D objects.

Fri, Nov 01, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven

Love knitting, or want to learn how? Join us for a weekly meet-up of community members who enjoy showing off their latest projects, and teaching others how to get started. Beginners are welcome.

Fri, Nov 01, 1:00pm - 2:15pm

Virtual

Practice speaking English in a friendly and informal online group setting using Zoom. Speak with both native English speakers and other English learners, led by a trained facilitator. We'll discuss a variety of topics, ranging from everyday life to local things to do and more. Topics will be a repeat of the ones discussed during the Thursday 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. groups. All levels are welcome. Please email literacy@saclibrary.org for the Zoom link. This event developed by Sacramento Public Library in support of its English language learning priority.

Fri, Nov 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

Meet 1-on-1 with library staff to discuss your tech needs.

Teen Art Lab: Open Studio

Fri, Nov 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Galt - Marian O. Lawrence

Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator. All levels are welcome, including Beginners.

Family Movie Night - IF

Fri, Nov 01, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Del Paso Heights

Join us for a fun family new-release movie on the first Friday of the month! This month we're watching IF! Light snacks and refreshments are provided.

Fri, Nov 01, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

North Highlands - Antelope

Explore both new and familiar artistic skills! Featured projects and materials vary, based on volunteer input. All are welcome whether you're feeling artsy or just want to pass the time with friends.

Fri, Nov 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Nonie Wetzel Courtland

Teens, come to the library for a program just for you! We will have snacks, games, and crafts. Bring friends or come make friends. We provide the stuff, you just need to bring yourself!

Fri, Nov 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Martin Luther King, Jr.

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Fri, Nov 01, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Central - Central Library 4th Floor

Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator. All levels are welcome, including beginners. We will meet on the first and third Friday of every month in Room 409.

Bookmobile - McClatchy Park, 3500 5th Ave

Fri, Nov 01, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

North Natomas

Want to practice speaking English? Join our friendly group! Meet new people in your community and share experiences. All languages and levels are welcome. Topics might include everyday life situations, American culture, things to do for fun, news, pop culture, or topics you are interested in. Groups are led by a trained facilitator. There is no registration required. We hope to see you there!

Loteria

Fri, Nov 01, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Isleton

Loteria : Únase a sus amigos y vecinos para jugar Lotería en la biblioteca de Isleton. Join friends and neighbors to play Lotería at the Isleton Library.

Sat, Nov 02, 9:00am - 1:00pm

Bookmobile

Make sure to stop by the library's bookmobile while shopping at the Oak Park Farmers Market on the 1st & 3rd Saturdays of the month. Get a library card, borrow books, movies, and more!

Vote Center

Sat, Nov 02, 9:00am - 5:00pm

North Highlands - Antelope - North Highlands-Antelope Meeting Room

In-person voting center. Nov. 2 - 4

Explore and Learn - inside the library in Kids' Place

Sat, Nov 02, 10:00am - 11:00am

Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven

Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.

Makerspace @ Central - Drop In - Visit the Makerspace

Sat, Nov 02, 10:00am - 10:30am

Franklin

Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build the early literacy skills of young children.

Sat, Nov 02, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Central

Make your concept reality with advanced tools to create music, designs, and 3D objects.

Adult Space

Sat, Nov 02, 10:00am - 11:00am

Nonie Wetzel Courtland

Join us on the 1st Saturday of each month where we will do a variety of activities; arts and crafts, hands-on activities, health & wellness, gardening, conversation, learning opportunities, etc.

Sat, Nov 02, 10:30am - 11:00am

Central - Central Library Kid's Place (Lower Level)

Baby Storytime is designed to support early learning through shared singing, movement, book sharing, and bonding. This program is for parents and caregivers with babies up to 18 months.

Sat, Nov 02, 10:30am - 11:30am

North Natomas

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Adult Book Group: Non-Fiction - Trail of the Lost by Andrea Lankford

Sat, Nov 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Belle Cooledge

Kids are invited to practice their skills by reading aloud to certified therapy dogs (and their handlers). Attendees may bring a book to read or choose one at the Library.

Sat, Nov 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Fair Oaks

The Fair Oaks Library is discussing Trail of the Lost by Andrea Lankford.

STEAM: Build with LEGO® Bricks

Sat, Nov 02, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Orangevale

Need help with your family history? Root Cellar volunteers are ready to help with free individual 30 minute sessions at the Orangevale Library. Reserve your session at www.saclibrary.org/events

Sat, Nov 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Rio Linda

Spend the afternoon playing and building with LEGO® bricks! Bring your creativity, and we'll provide the LEGO® bricks.

STEAM for Kids - Legos

Sat, Nov 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

Join us while we explore different STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) activities and projects.

Sat, Nov 02, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

Orangevale

Need help with your family history? Root Cellar volunteers are ready to help with free individual 30 minute sessions at the Orangevale Library. Reserve your session at www.saclibrary.org/events

Sat, Nov 02, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Orangevale

Need help with your family history? Root Cellar volunteers are ready to help with free individual 30 minute sessions at the Orangevale Library. Reserve your session at www.saclibrary.org/events

Sat, Nov 02, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Orangevale

Need help with your family history? Root Cellar volunteers are ready to help with free individual 30 minute sessions at the Orangevale Library. Reserve your session at www.saclibrary.org/events

Sat, Nov 02, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Elk Grove - Elk Grove Meeting Room

Join us while we explore different STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) activities and projects.

Vote Center

Sun, Nov 03, 9:00am - 5:00pm

North Highlands - Antelope - North Highlands-Antelope Meeting Room

In-person voting center. Nov. 2 - 4

Vote Center

Mon, Nov 04, 9:00am - 5:00pm

North Highlands - Antelope - North Highlands-Antelope Meeting Room

In-person voting center. Nov. 2 - 4

Mon, Nov 04, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Offsite

This program is located at the Joe Mims, JR Hagginwood Community Center at 3271 Marysville Blvd. Sacramento, CA 95815

Presidential Election

Tue, Nov 05, 7:00am - 8:00pm

North Highlands - Antelope - North Highlands-Antelope Meeting Room

Voting center will be open at 7:00am - 8:00pm. Ballot drive-thru available at 7:00 am.

Bookmobile - Renwick Senior Apartments, 3227 Renwick Ave, Elk Grove

Tue, Nov 05, 9:30am - 10:45am

Offsite

This program is located at the Valley Hi Family Resource Center, 7000 Franklin Blvd #820, Sacramento,95823.

Tue, Nov 05, 10:00am - 10:45am

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Tue, Nov 05, 10:30am - 11:00am

Central - Central Library Kid's Place (Lower Level)

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Tue, Nov 05, 10:30am - 11:30am

Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room

Disfruta de cuentos, canciones, rimas y movimientos en español y en inglés. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and movement in Spanish and English.

Bookmobile - Vintage Laguna Senior Apts., 9210 Big Horn Blvd, Elk Grove

Tue, Nov 05, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven

Want to see how easy it can be to borrow free eBooks or eAudiobooks through our Libby or Hoopla apps? We can help. Ever wondered how to access the Sac Bee for free through the library's website, or get access to thousands of digital magazines? We got you covered. Make an appointment to learn how to use any of the library's free digital resources upon your next visit to the Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven Library. Appointments will be made for one-on-one assistance with a library staff member to show you how easy it can be to connect to our digital collections.

Tue, Nov 05, 11:00am - 11:45am

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Tue, Nov 05, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Central

Recharge your phone, tablet, or other devices and enjoy some light refreshments. Low stress and fun activities will be available in the space.

Bookmobile - Meadows Senior Residence, 9325 E Stockton Blvd, Elk Grove

Tue, Nov 05, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Del Paso Heights

Disfruta de cuentos, canciones, rimas y movimientos en español y en inglés. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and movement in Spanish and English.

Explore & Learn

Tue, Nov 05, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Ella K. McClatchy - McClatchy Library Meeting Room

Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.

Tue, Nov 05, 1:00pm - 1:45pm

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Bookmobile - Carlton Plaza, 6915 Elk Grove Blvd, Elk Grove

Tue, Nov 05, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Bookmobile - Seasons at Laguna Ridge, 7301 Bilby Rd, Elk Grove

Tue, Nov 05, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Tue, Nov 05, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Martin Luther King, Jr. - Martin Luther King, Jr. Meeting Room

Join us while we explore different STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) activities and projects.

Bookmobile - Murieta Village, 14751 Poncho Conde Circle, Rancho Murieta

Tue, Nov 05, 3:45pm - 5:00pm

Franklin

Homework help for students K-8th grade by teen homework coaches.

Wed, Nov 06, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Wed, Nov 06, 10:00am - 11:00am

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

Bring your young children to explore, learn, and play at the library. Enjoy playful learning activities together, specifically designed for children ages 0-5 years old.

Renaissance Society of Sacramento - Lake Tahoe Railroads

Wed, Nov 06, 10:00am - 11:00am

Belle Cooledge - Belle Cooledge Meeting Room

Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.

Wed, Nov 06, 10:00am - 11:30am

Franklin

A presentation featuring members from the Renaissance Society of Sacramento.

Wed, Nov 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

Rio Linda

Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.

Wed, Nov 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

South Natomas - South Natomas Meeting Room

Bring the young children you care for to explore, learn, and play with us at the library! Join us for playful learning activities you can enjoy together. (We will often be playing outdoors when the weather permits. Otherwise, the program will be held indoors.) Free. No registration required.

Wed, Nov 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

New venue Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room

Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.

Wed, Nov 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

Valley Hi - North Laguna

Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.

Makerspace @ Central - Drop In - Visit the Makerspace

Wed, Nov 06, 11:30am - 12:30pm

North Sacramento - Hagginwood

Enjoy fun learning activities and meet and play with others. For caregivers and their children ages 0-5. No registration, drop-ins welcome.

Wed, Nov 06, 12:00pm - 6:00pm

Central

Create your concept with advanced tools to create music, designs, and 3D objects.

Wed, Nov 06, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Carmichael

Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.

Wed, Nov 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Walnut Grove

Meet other teens, and hang out in a space dedicated to you.

Wed, Nov 06, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Elk Grove - Elk Grove Meeting Room

Meet other teens and hang out in a space dedicated to you.

Bookmobile - Mutual Housing at River Garden, 2201 Northview Dr, Sac

Wed, Nov 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Galt - Marian O. Lawrence

Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator. All levels are welcome, including Beginners.

Wed, Nov 06, 3:15pm - 4:00pm

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Wed, Nov 06, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central - Central Library 2nd Floor

Chess Club is a welcoming space for chess players of all levels to get together and play chess in person.

Wed, Nov 06, 3:45pm - 5:00pm

Franklin

Homework help for students K-8th grade by teen homework coaches.

Wed, Nov 06, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Martin Luther King, Jr. - Martin Luther King, Jr. Meeting Room

Join us for Planner Club to take time to focus on yourself and check some things off your planner "to do" list with like-minded people.

Wed, Nov 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator. Discussion topics include everyday life, news, local things to do and more. All levels are welcome and no registration is needed.

Bookmobile - Northland Village, 3730 Modell Way, Sacramento

Wed, Nov 06, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

North Natomas

Students in Kindergarten through 8th grade can attend the Homework Zone and will be helped by trained Teen Homework Coaches in completing their school assignments.

Wed, Nov 06, 4:30pm - 5:15pm

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Bookmobile - Willow Glen Apartments, 1625 Scarlet Ash Ave, Sacramento

Wed, Nov 06, 5:30pm - 6:15pm

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Podcast and Film Group: Polly Platt the Invisible Woman

Wed, Nov 06, 7:00pm - 10:00pm

Offsite

Join the Podcast and Film Group at the Dreamland Cinema for a special screening of Broadcast News.

This event is full

Thu, Nov 07, 10:00am - 11:00am

Ella K. McClatchy - McClatchy Library Meeting Room

Join us at the Ella K. McClatchy Library for an 8-week yoga series, featuring beginner friendly poses, breath work and other tools to help soothe nervous systems. REGISTRATION CLOSED.

Bookmobile - Mobil Country Mobile Home, 2473 Sunrise Blvd, Citrus Heights

Thu, Nov 07, 10:00am - 11:30am

Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven

Join us for Explore and Learn: a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers. It's an opportunity to meet others and play together.

Thu, Nov 07, 10:00am - 10:45am

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Thu, Nov 07, 10:00am - 11:00am

Children's area

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Baby Explore and Learn

Thu, Nov 07, 10:00am - 10:30am

Offsite

This program is located at the Sam & Bonnie Pannell Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Road, Sacramento, 95832.

Makerspace @ Central - Drop In - Visit the Makerspace

Thu, Nov 07, 10:00am - 11:00am

Isleton

Families with young children are invited to join us at the Isleton Library for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build early literacy skills. Older siblings are welcome to attend.

Thu, Nov 07, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Central

Create your concept with advanced tools to create music, designs, and 3D objects.

Thu, Nov 07, 10:30am - 11:30am

Elk Grove - Elk Grove Meeting Room

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children. We meet in the Community Room on Thursdays from 10:30-11:30 AM.

Thu, Nov 07, 10:30am - 11:15am

Carmichael

Join us for Family Storytime where we will read stories, sing songs, and have a wonderful time!

Thu, Nov 07, 10:30am - 11:30am

Orangevale - Orangevale Library Jane Wise Meeting Room

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Thu, Nov 07, 10:30am - 11:00am

Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room

Baby Storytime is designed to support early learning through shared singing, movement, book sharing, and bonding. This program is for parents and caregivers with babies up to 18 months.

Thu, Nov 07, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Offsite

This program is located at the Sam & Bonnie Pannell Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Road, Sacramento, 95832.

Bookmobile - Stock Ranch Sr Living, 7418 Stock Ranch Rd, Citrus Heights

Thu, Nov 07, 10:30am - 11:00am

McKinley

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Thu, Nov 07, 11:15am - 11:45am

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Bookmobile - Vintage Oak Senior Apts, 7340 Stock Ranch Rd, Citrus Heights

Thu, Nov 07, 11:45am - 12:30pm

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Bookmobile - Sierra Meadows Senior Mobile, 7600 Daly Ave, Citrus Heights

Thu, Nov 07, 1:00pm - 2:15pm

Virtual

Practice speaking English in a friendly and informal online group setting using Zoom. Speak with both native English speakers and other English learners, led by a trained facilitator. We'll discuss a variety of topics, ranging from everyday life to local things to do and more. This group at 1:00 is for beginner/intermediate English learners, but all levels are welcome. Please email literacy@saclibrary.org for the Zoom link. An intermediate/advanced group meets at 5:00 on Thursdays. There is a separate Zoom link. English learners are welcome to attend both groups.This event developed by Sacramento Public Library in support of its English language learning priority.

Senior Social Game Day

Thu, Nov 07, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room

Join us for our Senior Social program to enjoy good company, refreshments, and lively conversation! We'll have card games and board games at the event for everyone to join in and use.

Thu, Nov 07, 1:15pm - 2:00pm

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Bookmobile - Colonial Heights Library, 4799 Stockton Blvd, Sacramento

Thu, Nov 07, 1:15pm - 3:15pm

Bookmobile

The library's mobile services team will be at the Colonial Heights Library! Visit us to get a library card, use a computer, borrow books, movies, and more. Wi-Fi will be available during our stop.

Minecraft Gaming

Thu, Nov 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Orangevale - Orangevale Library Jane Wise Meeting Room

Play with new friends on our own library server! We will do two 45 minute shifts if there are more participants than PC laptops. This program is for students aged 6 - 17; registration is encouraged.

Bookmobile - Imperial Manor Sr Motor, 5935 Auburn Blvd, Citrus Heights

Thu, Nov 07, 2:15pm - 3:00pm

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Thu, Nov 07, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Martin Luther King, Jr. - Martin Luther King, Jr. Meeting Room

Teens are invited to come enjoy manga, games, crafts and snacks.

Thu, Nov 07, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

North Sacramento - Hagginwood

Families with young children (0-5) are invited to join us at the North Sacramento-Hagginwood Library for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build early literacy skills.

Thu, Nov 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Valley Hi - North Laguna - Valley Hi-North Laguna Meeting Room

Join us at the Valley Hi-North Laguna Library for an 8-week yoga series, featuring beginner friendly poses, breath work and other tools to help soothe nervous systems. REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

Thu, Nov 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Carmichael

School age children can practice their skills by reading aloud to a certified therapy dog (and their handler).

Thu, Nov 07, 3:45pm - 5:00pm

Franklin

Homework help for students K-8th grade by teen homework coaches.

Thu, Nov 07, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Southgate

Homework help for students Kindergarten-8th grade.

Family STEAM

Thu, Nov 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Belle Cooledge - Belle Cooledge Meeting Room

Children ages 6-12 and their families can play, discover, and create with process-based activities exploring science, technology, engineering, arts, and math concepts.

Teen Space - Crafting and Cocoa

Thu, Nov 07, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

North Natomas - North Natomas Meeting Room

Join us for Adult Space to enjoy good company, conversation, and crafting! Bring your own craft projects you're working on. We will provide limited quantities of crafting supplies, and light refreshments.

Thu, Nov 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Fair Oaks

Meet other teens, and hang out in a space dedicated to you. This month join us for crafting and cocoa!

Bookmobile - Cordova Meadows, 2312 Sierra Madre Ct A, Rancho Cordova

Thu, Nov 07, 4:15pm - 5:00pm

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Thu, Nov 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Virtual

Fri, Nov 08, 9:30am - 11:00am

Offsite

This program is located at the George Sim Community Center, 6207 Logan Street, Sacramento, 95824

Fri, Nov 08, 10:00am - 11:00am

Galt - Marian O. Lawrence

Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes designed to build early literacy skills

Fri, Nov 08, 10:00am - 11:00am

Belle Cooledge - Belle Cooledge Meeting Room

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Friends of the Library Book Sale - Carmichael

Fri, Nov 08, 10:00am - 11:00am

Franklin

Join us for Explore and Learn, a play-based program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.

Fri, Nov 08, 10:00am - 5:00pm

Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room

Shop gently used and donated books and materials at the Friends of the Library Book Sale.

Fri, Nov 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

South Natomas - South Natomas Meeting Room

Fri, Nov 08, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Martin Luther King, Jr. - Martin Luther King, Jr. Meeting Room

Join us for our weekly Adult Space: Crafting program. Bring your own project or use our provided crafting supplies. Light refreshments will be provided.

Rescheduled

Mindful Artmaking for Adults

Fri, Nov 08, 10:30am - 11:00am

New date Friday, November 08, 11:00am - 11:30am

Sylvan Oaks

Meet at Sylvan Oaks Library every Friday at 11:00 a.m. for a casual guided stroll through the park. Adults and families are all welcome!

Fri, Nov 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

Rio Linda

Delve into the joy of creating art with a focus on mindfulness. De-stress and have fun with calming art activities that emphasize the process of creating, not the outcome.

Fri, Nov 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

New venue Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe Bilingual Storytime

Fri, Nov 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

Del Paso Heights

Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.

Fri, Nov 08, 10:30am - 11:00am

Southgate

Disfruta de cuentos, canciones, rimas y movimientos en español y en inglés. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and movement in Spanish and English.

Fri, Nov 08, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Central - Central Library 3rd Floor

Fri, Nov 08, 11:00am - 11:30am

Sylvan Oaks

Meet at Sylvan Oaks Library every Friday at 11:00 a.m. for a casual guided stroll through the park. Adults and families are all welcome!

Fri, Nov 08, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room

Sing songs, wiggle your baby, and chat with other caregivers about your little one's newest milestone! This program is designed for babies up to 24 months.

Makerspace @ Central - Drop In - Visit the Makerspace

Fri, Nov 08, 11:30am - 1:00pm

Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Study Room B

Meet 1-on-1 with library staff to discuss your tech needs.

Fri, Nov 08, 12:00pm - 6:00pm

Central

Create your concept with advanced tools to create music, designs, and 3D objects.

Fri, Nov 08, 1:00pm - 2:15pm

Virtual

Practice speaking English in a friendly and informal online group setting using Zoom. Speak with both native English speakers and other English learners, led by a trained facilitator. We'll discuss a variety of topics, ranging from everyday life to local things to do and more. Topics will be a repeat of the ones discussed during the Thursday 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. groups. All levels are welcome. Please email literacy@saclibrary.org for the Zoom link. This event developed by Sacramento Public Library in support of its English language learning priority.

Senior Social

Fri, Nov 08, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Elk Grove - Elk Grove Meeting Room

A socializing style program intended for older adults. We meet on the second and fourth Fridays of the month from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM in the Elk Grove Library Community Room.

Coffee, Donuts, & a Movie - "Rear Window"

Fri, Nov 08, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven - Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven Meeting Room

Love knitting, or want to learn how? Join us for a weekly meet-up of community members who enjoy showing off their latest projects, and teaching others how to get started. Beginners are welcome.

Fri, Nov 08, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room

Join us every second Friday at 1:30 p.m. for a classic movie. Free donuts, popcorn, coffee, and tea provided by the Friends of Sylvan Oaks Library.

Fri, Nov 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

Meet 1-on-1 with library staff to discuss your tech needs.

Fri, Nov 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Galt - Marian O. Lawrence

Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator. All levels are welcome, including Beginners.

STEAM for Kids - DIY Pom Pom Confetti Popper

Fri, Nov 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Orangevale - Orangevale Library Jane Wise Meeting Room

Come read to some PAW-some pooches! School-age readers are invited to read to furry and friendly canine volunteers and their trainers.This is a great program for struggling and reluctant readers or for those who enjoy practice.The dogs are wonderful listeners. Woof!

Teen Volunteer Drop-In

Fri, Nov 08, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

North Highlands - Antelope - North Highlands-Antelope Meeting Room

Help with general library support tasks & projects, plus receive information & training for volunteering outside of drop-in hours.

Teen Advisory Board

Fri, Nov 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room

Want to have a say in what the Arden-Dimick Library does for teens and earn volunteer credit for school? Come join our TAB and help plan programs and events! Open to teenagers 13-18.

Fri, Nov 08, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room

Create your own popper for parties, surprises, and your love of science.

Fri, Nov 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Martin Luther King, Jr.

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Fri, Nov 08, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Isleton

Meet other teens, and hang out in a space dedicated to you.

Bookmobile - Hagginwood Community Center, 3271 Marysville Blvd

Fri, Nov 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

North Natomas - North Natomas Meeting Room

Sat, Nov 09, 8:30am - 12:00pm

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Mixed Media Art Journaling

Sat, Nov 09, 10:00am - 11:00am

Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven - Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven Meeting Room

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities, and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Sat, Nov 09, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Orangevale - Orangevale Library Jane Wise Meeting Room

Use your imagination and all kinds of mixed media to create a free-style art journal. Both inexperienced and lack of talent are welcome! The Friends of the Orangevale Library have graciously provided art journals and supplies to create a place for creativity to unfold. Please note, supplies are limited so feel free to bring your own too.

Adult Book Group - Wandering Stars

Sat, Nov 09, 10:00am - 11:00am

Galt - Marian O. Lawrence

Sat, Nov 09, 10:00am - 11:00am

Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room

Join us for a friendly chat over one book selected for each month. This month we'll discuss Wandering Stars by Tommy Orange.

Sat, Nov 09, 10:00am - 11:00am

Isleton

The Isleton Library Book Group meets the second Saturday of every month. Come in any time to check out the next title.

Bilingual Bird Watching & Nature Journaling - Sol Collective - Effie Yeaw Nature Center

Sat, Nov 09, 10:00am - 10:30am

Franklin

Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build the early literacy skills of young children.

Sat, Nov 09, 10:00am - 11:30am

Offsite

Join us for a culturally relevant bird watching experience at a nature preserve and nourish your creativity whilst learning the basics of nature journaling to start your exploration of the world.

This event is full

Friends of the Library Book Sale - Carmichael

Sat, Nov 09, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room

Shop gently used and donated books and materials at the Friends of the Library Book Sale.

Makerspace @ Central - Drop In - Visit the Makerspace

Sat, Nov 09, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Central

Make your concept reality with advanced tools to create music, designs, and 3D objects.

Sat, Nov 09, 10:30am - 11:00am

North Natomas - North Natomas Meeting Room

Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build the early literacy skills of young children. This program is for parents and caregivers with young (0-5) children; older siblings are welcome to attend. This event is presented in English.

CLEAN Air - Community Learning Employment & Awareness Network for Air

Sat, Nov 09, 10:30am - 11:00am

Central - Central Library Kid's Place (Lower Level)

Baby Storytime is designed to support early learning through shared singing, movement, book sharing, and bonding. This program is for parents and caregivers with babies up to 18 months.

Sat, Nov 09, 10:30am - 11:30am

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

An exciting community event to learn about improving indoor air quality!

Library AF Book Group - Homegoing

Sat, Nov 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Virtual - Virtual Room 2

Calling all young adult readers (and those still young at heart!). The Library AF book group meets the second Saturday of each month at 11 a.m. on Zoom.

McKinley Library Quick Reads Book Club - The Swimmers - Read and discuss books 200 pages or less!

Sat, Nov 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm

McKinley

Love to read, but don't have a lot of time? Join the McKinley Library's Quick Reads Book Club! We're reading and discussing books that are around 200 hundred pages or less.

Classics Reading Group - Frankenstein

Sat, Nov 09, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Ella K. McClatchy

Read classic books slowly and meet to discuss the scheduled reading along the way.

Classics Reading Group - Frankenstein

Sat, Nov 09, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Virtual - Virtual Room 1

Read classic books slowly and meet to discuss the scheduled reading along the way.

Hawks, Honkers, and Hoots

Sat, Nov 09, 11:00am - 11:45am

Rio Linda

Owls, hawks, falcons and fun! Join us for interactive natural history and interesting facts about the birds of prey living in and around the Pacific Flyway.

Teen Service Saturdays

Sat, Nov 09, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Rancho Cordova

A drop in volunteer session for junior high and high school students earning community service credits! Projects include inventory of the library collection, outreach preparation, and checking library items for condition.

Between the Covers: Romance Book Group - How to End a Love Story

Sat, Nov 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual - Virtual Room 1

The "Between the Covers" romance book group invites romance readers to join us to discuss a delightfully diverse collection of romance novels on the second Saturday of the month at 1 p.m.

STEAM: Build with Lego Bricks

Sat, Nov 09, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

North Natomas - North Natomas Meeting Room

Join us on the 2nd Saturday for LEGO® brick building. We'll provide the LEGO® bricks. You provide the creativity.Due to very small pieces, LEGO® bricks is recommended for ages 5 and up. LEGO® bricks generously provided by the Friends of the North Natomas Library.

STEAM: Plant a Seed

Sat, Nov 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room

Join us for a program featuring a special science, technology, engineering, art, or math activity every second Saturday of the month at 2 p.m.

Adult Social Gaming

Sat, Nov 09, 2:00pm - 4:45pm

North Highlands - Antelope - North Highlands-Antelope Meeting Room

Join us on the first Saturday of each month for a social program for adults. Boardgames and refreshments provided. All levels are welcome. Boardgames include Scrabble, Monopoly, Dominoes, etc.

STEAM for Kids - Special Event - Elected Cat President Party!

Sat, Nov 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

You voted for Hello Kitty, Garfield, Pete the Cat, or Papa's Party Cat - join us to find out who won!

Second Saturday Family Art

Sat, Nov 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Walnut Grove

Join us while we explore different STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) activities and projects.

Sat, Nov 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room

All ages program. Everyone is welcome! Explore process-based art at Sylvan Oaks Library every second Saturday. Materials will be provided. Dress for mess.

Teen Book Group - Into the Light

Sat, Nov 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Carmichael

Teens ages 13 - 19 can join us in the Teen Space for snacks and beverages as we discuss Into the Light by Mark Oshiro.

Teen Service Saturdays

Sat, Nov 09, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Arcade - Arcade Meeting Room

Drop-in volunteer hours! On the second and fourth Saturday of every month, teen participants will work on a variety of projects to support the library.

Mon, Nov 11, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Offsite

This program is located at the Joe Mims, JR Hagginwood Community Center at 3271 Marysville Blvd. Sacramento, CA 95815

Blood Pressure Drop-in Clinic

Tue, Nov 12, 9:30am - 10:45am

Offsite

This program is located at the Valley Hi Family Resource Center, 7000 Franklin Blvd #820, Sacramento,95823.

Tue, Nov 12, 10:00am - 3:00pm

Orangevale - Orangevale Library Jane Wise Meeting Room

Join us at the Orangevale Library to have your blood pressure taken and learn tips for how to improve heart health.

Bookmobile - Casa de Angelo Apartments, 3151 Notre Dame Dr, Sacramento

Tue, Nov 12, 10:00am - 10:30am

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Tue, Nov 12, 10:30am - 11:00am

Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room

Baby Storytime is designed to encourage early learning through shared reading, songs, rhymes and movement. Recommended for birth through 24 months, but older kids are welcome!

Tue, Nov 12, 10:30am - 11:30am

Arcade - Arcade Meeting Room

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Tue, Nov 12, 10:30am - 11:00am

Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Tue, Nov 12, 10:30am - 11:00am

Central - Central Library Kid's Place (Lower Level)

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Bookmobile - Golden Palms Mobile Home Park, 8181 Folsom Blvd, Sacramento

Tue, Nov 12, 10:30am - 11:30am

Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room

Disfruta de cuentos, canciones, rimas y movimientos en español y en inglés. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and movement in Spanish and English.

Tue, Nov 12, 10:45am - 11:30am

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Tue, Nov 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven - Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven Meeting Room

Join us at the Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven Library for an 8-week yoga series, featuring beginner friendly poses, breath work and other tools to help soothe nervous systems. REGISTRATION CLOSED.

Tue, Nov 12, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven

Tue, Nov 12, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Central

Recharge your phone, tablet, or other devices and enjoy some light refreshments. Low stress and fun activities will be available in the space.

Tue, Nov 12, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Del Paso Heights

Disfruta de cuentos, canciones, rimas y movimientos en español y en inglés. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and movement in Spanish and English.

Bookmobile - Golden Pond Senior Residence, 3415 Mayhew Rd, Sacramento

Tue, Nov 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room

Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator. No registration is needed.

Tue, Nov 12, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Rescheduled

Bookmobile - Campus Commons Senior Residence, 22 Cadillac Dr, Sacramento

Tue, Nov 12, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

New date Tuesday, November 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Arden - Dimick

Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator. No registration is needed.

Tue, Nov 12, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Bookmobile - River's Edge Senior Residence, 641 Feature Dr, Sacramento

Tue, Nov 12, 2:30pm - 3:15pm

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Tue, Nov 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room

Join us at the Arden-Dimick Library for an 8-week yoga series, featuring beginner friendly poses, breath work and other tools to help soothe nervous systems. REGISTRATION CLOSED.

Tue, Nov 12, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Martin Luther King, Jr. - Martin Luther King, Jr. Meeting Room

Join us while we explore different STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) activities and projects.

Tue, Nov 12, 3:45pm - 5:00pm

Franklin

Homework help for students K-8th grade by teen homework coaches.

Tue, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room

Join us for Planner Club to take time to focus on yourself and check some things off your planner "to do" list with like-minded people.

Bookmobile - Arbor Creek Apartments, 8340 Elk Grove Florin Rd, Sacramento

Tue, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Sylvan Oaks

Come join us for three weeks of writers' workshops as we share writing tips, storytelling techniques, and our works-in-progress! Whether you end up with 500 words or 50,000, all writers are welcome.

Tue, Nov 12, 4:45pm - 5:30pm

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Bookmobile - Murieta Village, 14751 Poncho Conde Circle, Rancho Murieta

Wed, Nov 13, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Wed, Nov 13, 10:00am - 11:00am

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

Bring your young children to explore, learn, and play at the library. Enjoy playful learning activities together, specifically designed for children ages 0-5 years old.

Wed, Nov 13, 10:00am - 11:00am

Belle Cooledge - Belle Cooledge Meeting Room

Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.

Wed, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:25am

Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room

Stories, songs, and fun for 0-5 year-olds and their caregivers. There are two Storytime sessions at 10:30 and 11:30 with one Stay and Play in between.

Wed, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

Rio Linda

Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.

Wed, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

South Natomas - South Natomas Meeting Room

Wed, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

Valley Hi - North Laguna - Valley Hi-North Laguna Meeting Room

Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.

Wed, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:00am

Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room

Families with young children (0-5) are invited to join us at Sylvan Oaks Library for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build early literacy skills. Older siblings are welcome to attend.

Wed, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room

Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.

Wed, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room

Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.

Wed, Nov 13, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room

Stories, songs, and fun for 0-5 year-olds and their caregivers. There are two Storytime sessions at 10:30 and 11:30 with one Stay and Play in between.

Wed, Nov 13, 11:30am - 12:30pm

North Sacramento - Hagginwood

Enjoy fun learning activities and meet and play with others. For caregivers and their children ages 0-5. No registration, drop-ins welcome.

Makerspace @ Central - Drop In - Visit the Makerspace

Wed, Nov 13, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

North Natomas - North Natomas Meeting Room

Join us at the North Natomas Library for an 8-week yoga series, featuring beginner friendly poses, breath work and other tools to help soothe nervous systems. REGISTRATION CLOSED.

Wed, Nov 13, 12:00pm - 6:00pm

Central

Create your concept with advanced tools to create music, designs, and 3D objects.

Wed, Nov 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room

Join us at the Fair Oaks Library for a 7-week yoga series, featuring beginner friendly poses, breath work and other tools to help soothe nervous systems. REGISTRATION CLOSED.

Wed, Nov 13, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room

Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.

Wed, Nov 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Walnut Grove

Meet other teens, and hang out in a space dedicated to you.

Wed, Nov 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Rio Linda

Join us on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month for games, crafts, hanging out with other teens, and of course, books!

Wed, Nov 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Nonie Wetzel Courtland

Join us while we explore different STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) activities and projects.

Wed, Nov 13, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Elk Grove - Elk Grove Meeting Room

Meet other teens and hang out in a space dedicated to you.

STEAM for Kids - Exploring Sound Waves

Wed, Nov 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Galt - Marian O. Lawrence

Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator. All levels are welcome, including Beginners.

Wed, Nov 13, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

North Sacramento - Hagginwood

Join us while we explore the science of vibration and sound waves as you build and learn how to string and tune your ukelele!

Bookmobile - Vineyard Point Apartments, 7585 Diamond Ranch Dr, Sacramento

Wed, Nov 13, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central - Central Library 2nd Floor

Chess Club is a welcoming space for chess players of all levels to get together and play chess in person.

Wed, Nov 13, 3:30pm - 4:15pm

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Wed, Nov 13, 3:45pm - 5:00pm

Franklin

Homework help for students K-8th grade by teen homework coaches.

Wed, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Ella K. McClatchy - McClatchy Library Meeting Room

Join us for Planner Club to take time to focus on yourself and check some things off your planner "to do" list with like-minded people.

Wed, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

North Highlands - Antelope - North Highlands-Antelope Meeting Room

Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.

Drop-In Coding Club for Tweens (ages 8-13)

Wed, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

Wed, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Arcade - Arcade Meeting Room

Want to learn how to code with Scratch, Python, and other programming languages? Stop by the drop-in Coding Club at the Arcade library, run by experienced coders from Mira Loma High School!

Bookmobile - Churchill Downs Apartments, 8155 Waterman Rd, Sacramento

Wed, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

North Natomas

Students in Kindergarten through 8th grade can attend the Homework Zone and will be helped by trained Teen Homework Coaches in completing their school assignments.

Wed, Nov 13, 4:30pm - 5:15pm

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

SacTown Sci-Fi Book Group - The Outside (Virtual Author Visit)

Wed, Nov 13, 5:00pm - 6:15pm

North Natomas

For the session of the North Natomas Book Club we'll discuss . Please email Library Assistant Anita at adash@saclibrary.org to reserve a copy.

Wed, Nov 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual - Virtual Room 1

Our virtual book group meets to discuss all subgenres of science fiction on the second Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m.

Thu, Nov 14, 10:00am - 11:00am

Ella K. McClatchy - McClatchy Library Meeting Room

Join us at the Ella K. McClatchy Library for an 8-week yoga series, featuring beginner friendly poses, breath work and other tools to help soothe nervous systems. REGISTRATION CLOSED.

Thu, Nov 14, 10:00am - 11:00am

North Highlands - Antelope - North Highlands-Antelope Meeting Room

Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories to build the early literacy skills of young children. This program is for parents and caregivers with young (0-5) children.

Library Insiders

Thu, Nov 14, 10:00am - 11:00am

Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room

Library Insiders is a program that provides opportunities for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to become familiar with library resources and facilities, to feel comfortable using the library, and to feel confident interacting with staff.

Bilingual Bird Watching & Nature Journaling - Sol Collective - Cosumnes River Preserve

Thu, Nov 14, 10:00am - 11:30am

Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven

Join us for Explore and Learn: a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers. It's an opportunity to meet others and play together.

Baby Explore and Learn

Thu, Nov 14, 10:00am - 10:30am

Offsite

This program is located at the Sam & Bonnie Pannell Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Road, Sacramento, 95832.

Thu, Nov 14, 10:00am - 11:30am

Offsite

Join us for a culturally relevant bird watching experience at a nature preserve and nourish your creativity whilst learning the basics of nature journaling to start your exploration of the world.

This event is full

Makerspace @ Central - Drop In - Visit the Makerspace

Thu, Nov 14, 10:00am - 11:00am

Isleton

Families with young children are invited to join us at the Isleton Library for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build early literacy skills. Older siblings are welcome to attend.

Thu, Nov 14, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Central

Create your concept with advanced tools to create music, designs, and 3D objects.

Thu, Nov 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

Orangevale - Orangevale Library Jane Wise Meeting Room

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Thu, Nov 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

Elk Grove - Elk Grove Meeting Room

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children. We meet in the Community Room on Thursdays from 10:30-11:30 AM.

Thu, Nov 14, 10:30am - 11:15am

Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room

Join us for Family Storytime where we will read stories, sing songs, and have a wonderful time!

Bookmobile - Mercy McMahon Senior Residence, 3865 J St, Sacramento

Thu, Nov 14, 10:30am - 11:00am

Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room

Baby Storytime is designed to support early learning through shared singing, movement, book sharing, and bonding. This program is for parents and caregivers with babies up to 18 months.

Thu, Nov 14, 10:30am - 11:00am

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Bookmobile - Pioneer Towers Senior Residence, 515 P St, Sacramento

Thu, Nov 14, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Offsite

This program is located at the Sam & Bonnie Pannell Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Road, Sacramento, 95832.

Coffee and Company

Thu, Nov 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

North Sacramento - Hagginwood

Join us for our Coffee and Company program to enjoy good company with light refreshments.

Thu, Nov 14, 11:15am - 11:45am

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Bookmobile - Pioneer House Senior Residence, 415 P St, Sacramento

Thu, Nov 14, 11:45am - 12:15pm

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Bookmobile - Eskaton Monroe Lodge, 3225 Freeport Blvd, Sacramento

Thu, Nov 14, 1:00pm - 2:15pm

Virtual

Practice speaking English in a friendly and informal online group setting using Zoom. Speak with both native English speakers and other English learners, led by a trained facilitator. We'll discuss a variety of topics, ranging from everyday life to local things to do and more. This group at 1:00 is for beginner/intermediate English learners, but all levels are welcome. Please email literacy@saclibrary.org for the Zoom link. An intermediate/advanced group meets at 5:00 on Thursdays. There is a separate Zoom link. English learners are welcome to attend both groups.This event developed by Sacramento Public Library in support of its English language learning priority.

Thu, Nov 14, 1:00pm - 1:45pm

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Bookmobile - Delta Cove Apartments, 6800 Woodbine Ave, Sacramento

Thu, Nov 14, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Belle Cooledge - Belle Cooledge Meeting Room

Meet other teens, and hang out in a space dedicated to you.

Thu, Nov 14, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Thu, Nov 14, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

North Sacramento - Hagginwood

Families with young children (0-5) are invited to join us at the North Sacramento-Hagginwood Library for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build early literacy skills.

Thu, Nov 14, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Martin Luther King, Jr. - Martin Luther King, Jr. Meeting Room

Teens are invited to come enjoy manga, games, crafts and snacks.

Bookmobile - Serna Village, 5836 Dudley Blvd, McClellan Park

Thu, Nov 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Valley Hi - North Laguna - Valley Hi-North Laguna Meeting Room

Join us at the Valley Hi-North Laguna Library for an 8-week yoga series, featuring beginner friendly poses, breath work and other tools to help soothe nervous systems. REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

Thu, Nov 14, 3:15pm - 4:00pm

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

STEAM Lab: Nature's Critters

Thu, Nov 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room

Join us every second Thursday at 3:30 pm to explore science, technology, engineering, and math (STEAM). This month we will have a special guest: Nature's Critters. Come see (and touch) real animals in the library! This program is designed for school aged children, ages 5-12.

Teen Space with Therapy Dogs

Thu, Nov 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room

School age children can practice their skills by reading aloud to a certified therapy dog (and their handler).

Thu, Nov 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

North Natomas

Teens, join the library once a month after school to pet and snuggle trained therapy dogs! De-stress with happy dog vibes and fun activities planned by our Teen Advisory Board. This program takes place on the main floor near the Teen Room.

STEAM: Build with LEGO® Bricks

Thu, Nov 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Rio Linda

Spend the afternoon playing and building with LEGO® bricks! Bring your creativity, and we'll provide the LEGO® bricks. LEGO® bricks are for ages 5 and up.

Thu, Nov 14, 3:45pm - 5:00pm

Franklin

Homework help for students K-8th grade by teen homework coaches.

STEAM for Kids: DIY Marble Maze

Thu, Nov 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Southgate

Homework help for students Kindergarten-8th grade.

Youth Space: Game On!

Thu, Nov 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room

Tweens and teens, join us for multiplayer gaming on the Nintendo Switch!

Thu, Nov 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

North Highlands - Antelope - North Highlands-Antelope Meeting Room

Make your own marble maze with an assortment of recycled materials. Free admission.

Teen Advisory Board - Franklin

Thu, Nov 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Franklin

Want to earn volunteer hours, build leadership skills, meet and collaborate with fellow teens in the community to develop programming/events and so much more? Then join Franklin's Teen Advisory Board!

ARD Friends Board Meeting

Thu, Nov 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Virtual

Thu, Nov 14, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room

Fri, Nov 15, 9:30am - 11:00am

Offsite

This program is located at the George Sim Community Center, 6207 Logan Street, Sacramento, 95824

Fri, Nov 15, 10:00am - 11:00am

Galt - Marian O. Lawrence

Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes designed to build early literacy skills

Fri, Nov 15, 10:00am - 11:00am

Belle Cooledge - Belle Cooledge Meeting Room

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Fri, Nov 15, 10:00am - 11:00am

Franklin

Join us for Explore and Learn, a play-based program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.

Fri, Nov 15, 10:30am - 11:30am

South Natomas - South Natomas Meeting Room

Fri, Nov 15, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Martin Luther King, Jr. - Martin Luther King, Jr. Meeting Room

Join us for our weekly Adult Space: Crafting program. Bring your own project or use our provided crafting supplies. Light refreshments will be provided.

Rescheduled

Fri, Nov 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

New date Friday, November 15, 11:00am - 11:30am

Sylvan Oaks

Meet at Sylvan Oaks Library every Friday at 11:00 a.m. for a casual guided stroll through the park. Adults and families are all welcome!

Fri, Nov 15, 10:30am - 11:30am

Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Fri, Nov 15, 10:30am - 11:30am

Del Paso Heights

Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.

Fri, Nov 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

Disfruta de cuentos, canciones, rimas y movimientos en español y en inglés. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and movement in Spanish and English.

Fri, Nov 15, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Central - Central Library 3rd Floor

Fri, Nov 15, 11:00am - 11:30am

Sylvan Oaks

Meet at Sylvan Oaks Library every Friday at 11:00 a.m. for a casual guided stroll through the park. Adults and families are all welcome!

Makerspace @ Central - Drop In - Visit the Makerspace

Fri, Nov 15, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room

Sing songs, wiggle your baby, and chat with other caregivers about your little one's newest milestone! This program is designed for babies up to 24 months.

Fri, Nov 15, 12:00pm - 6:00pm

Central

Create your concept with advanced tools to create music, designs, and 3D objects.

Fri, Nov 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven - Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven Meeting Room

Love knitting, or want to learn how? Join us for a weekly meet-up of community members who enjoy showing off their latest projects, and teaching others how to get started. Beginners are welcome.

Fri, Nov 15, 1:00pm - 2:15pm

Virtual

Practice speaking English in a friendly and informal online group setting using Zoom. Speak with both native English speakers and other English learners, led by a trained facilitator. We'll discuss a variety of topics, ranging from everyday life to local things to do and more. Topics will be a repeat of the ones discussed during the Thursday 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. groups. All levels are welcome. Please email literacy@saclibrary.org for the Zoom link. This event developed by Sacramento Public Library in support of its English language learning priority.

Fri, Nov 15, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Walnut Grove - Walnut Grove Meeting Room

Free flu vaccines for ages 6 months and older.

Fri, Nov 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

Meet 1-on-1 with library staff to discuss your tech needs.

Tween Comic Group: The Moth Keeper by K. O'Neill

Fri, Nov 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Galt - Marian O. Lawrence

Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator. All levels are welcome, including Beginners.

Fri, Nov 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Elk Grove - Elk Grove Meeting Room

Join us for a lively discussion of our book of the month!

Teen Art Lab: Open Studio

Fri, Nov 15, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

North Highlands - Antelope - North Highlands-Antelope Meeting Room

Explore both new and familiar artistic skills! Featured projects and materials vary, based on volunteer input. All are welcome whether you're feeling artsy or just want to pass the time with friends.

Family Fridays - Game Night

Fri, Nov 15, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

Join us for a game night - all ages welcome!

Family Art Program

Fri, Nov 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room

Explore process based art at the library! Materials will be provided. Dress for mess.

Fri, Nov 15, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Central - Central Library 4th Floor

Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator. All levels are welcome, including beginners. We will meet on the first and third Friday of every month in Room 409.

Fri, Nov 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Martin Luther King, Jr.

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Bookmobile - McClatchy Park, 3500 5th Ave

Fri, Nov 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

North Natomas - North Natomas Meeting Room

Sat, Nov 16, 9:00am - 1:00pm

Bookmobile

Make sure to stop by the library's bookmobile while shopping at the Oak Park Farmers Market on the 1st & 3rd Saturdays of the month. Get a library card, borrow books, movies, and more!

Friends of the Library Book Sale - Belle Cooledge

Sat, Nov 16, 10:00am - 11:00am

Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven - Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven Meeting Room

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities, and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Sat, Nov 16, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Belle Cooledge - Belle Cooledge Meeting Room

Shop gently used and donated books and materials at the Friends of the Library Book Sale.

Makerspace @ Central - Drop In - Visit the Makerspace

Sat, Nov 16, 10:00am - 10:30am

Franklin

Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build the early literacy skills of young children.

Sat, Nov 16, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Central

Make your concept reality with advanced tools to create music, designs, and 3D objects.

Sing and Play: Family Music Exploration

Sat, Nov 16, 10:30am - 11:30am

Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room

Join us every third Saturday of the month to sing family friendly songs from the month's featured genre of music. We will have shakers, drums, bells, and other noise makers for everyone to be able to play along with songs. Learn about different genres of music, hear different instruments, and come play along with us! This program is targeted for families with children ages 0-10. *Please note that this event may be loud for noise sensitive participants.

Sat, Nov 16, 10:30am - 11:30am

North Highlands - Antelope - North Highlands-Antelope Meeting Room

Looking to expand your reading into new genres and formats? Join the North Highlands-Antelope Library Adult Book Group for friendly discussion and light refreshments as we explore contemporary and classic novels, science fiction, mystery, nonfiction, biographies, and more. We meet every third Saturday of the month from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in the Community Room. New members are always welcome!

STEAM - LEGO® Robotics

Sat, Nov 16, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Orangevale - Orangevale Library Jane Wise Meeting Room

Design, build and program a robot using the LEGO® SPIKE? Prime kit . Led by a team of student instructors, kids ages 9 to 14 will work in groups to create a robot and learn STEAM skills with this fun, hands-on project.

Sat, Nov 16, 10:30am - 11:00am

North Natomas - North Natomas Meeting Room

Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build the early literacy skills of young children.

Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe - Bilingual Storytime

Sat, Nov 16, 10:30am - 11:00am

Central - Central Library Kid's Place (Lower Level)

Baby Storytime is designed to support early learning through shared singing, movement, book sharing, and bonding. This program is for parents and caregivers with babies up to 18 months.

Sat, Nov 16, 10:30am - 11:30am

Elk Grove

Disfruta de cuentos, canciones, rimas y movimientos en español y en inglés en cada mes. Join us each month for stories, songs, rhymes, and movement in Spanish and English.

Adult Space: Book Discussion Group - A Short Walk through a Wide World

Sat, Nov 16, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room

Join us in the Community Room for beverages and good conversation! This month we'll be discussing A Short Walk through a Wide World by Douglas Westerbeke. New members are always welcome!

Adult Book Group: Mystery - Razorblade Tears by S.A. Cosby

Sat, Nov 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room

The Fair Oaks Library is discussing Razorblade Tears by S.A. Cosby.

Family Makerspace Program - Intro to 3D Printing...and More!

Sat, Nov 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Central

Join us for a Family program in the Central Makerspace!

One-On-One Tech Help

Sat, Nov 16, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Main floor

Meet 1-on-1 with library staff to discuss your tech needs.

Teen Volunteer Training

Sat, Nov 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Sylvan Oaks

Teens ages 13-17 can attend this one-hour training to qualify as teen volunteers at Sylvan Oaks Library. Participants receive 2 hours of credit for training. Please consider attending our Teen Advisory Board meeting afterward at 2:00 p.m. for another 2 hours of credit (one-hour meeting). Email Bridget for more information at BBagne@saclibrary.org.

Genealogy: Bagging a Live One - Finding Living People

Sat, Nov 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

North Highlands - Antelope - North Highlands-Antelope Meeting Room

Practice speaking English in a small group with a trained facilitator. Topics of discussion include everyday life, local things to do, hobbies, and more. All levels welcome. No registration required.

Sat, Nov 16, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Virtual

Speaker Mary Kircher Roddy gives a Zoom presentation on finding distant cousins and other people who may have a connection to your research subjects.

Saturday Movie Matinee - IF

Sat, Nov 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

North Sacramento - Hagginwood

Join us for a screening of IF. Light snacks and refreshments will be available.

STEAM: Build with LEGO® Bricks

Sat, Nov 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

South Natomas - South Natomas Meeting Room

Spend the afternoon playing and building with LEGO® bricks! Bring your creativity, and we'll provide the LEGO® bricks.LEGO® bricks are for ages 5 and up. We will have Duplo blocks for the younger kids.

Teen Advisory Board

Sat, Nov 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room

Are you a teen interested in community service credit while meeting other teens and working on fun projects? Teens ages 13-19 will earn 2 hours of volunteer credit by attending this one-hour in-person meeting occurring once a month. Email Bridget at bbagne@saclibrary.org for more information.

Ballet and Books with Dr. JaNay Brown-Wood

Sat, Nov 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Orangevale - Orangevale Library Jane Wise Meeting Room

Join us in-person for a lively and engaging discussion and make new friends! This month we will be reading The Women, by Kristin Hannah. Kristin Hannah is the award-winning and bestselling author of more than 20 novels including the international blockbuster, The Nightingale.You can check our catalog for available copies and download available ebook and eaudiobooks on Overdrive/Libby using your library card & PIN. Starting one month before the meeting you can pick up a copy of the book from the front desk of the Orangevale Library.

Bubble Extravaganza

Sat, Nov 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Arcade - Arcade Meeting Room

Join us for a performance by The Bubble Lady, Rebecca Nile! Experience bubbles like you've never seen before. Rebecca mixes spectacular bubble artistry with hilarious comedy. All ages welcome!

Sat, Nov 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

Ballet performance and local author event.

STEAM: Play with Building!

Sat, Nov 16, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room

Make a home or habitat for a real or imaginary creature. Who will live there? Have fun imagining, designing, and building!

Teen Space - Holiday Fun

Sat, Nov 16, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room

Enjoy a holiday movie and themed snacks for teens ages 13-19. Includes holiday activities selected by Sylvan Oaks Library Teen Advisory Board.

Drop-in Teen Volunteering

Sat, Nov 16, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room

Teens, drop-in on the third Saturday of the month, help library staff with projects, and get up to 2 hours volunteer credit.

Linoleum Stamp Workshop

Sat, Nov 16, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

North Highlands - Antelope - North Highlands-Antelope Meeting Room

Learn to design and carve your own lino block stamp for cards, art prints, or clothing.

Teen Makerspace Time - Come Chill, 3D Print & More!

Sat, Nov 16, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Central

Join us for a Teen program in the Central Makerspace!

Bookmobile - Comfrey Senior Apartments, 975 Lake Park Avenue, Galt

Mon, Nov 18, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Offsite

This program is located at the Joe Mims, JR Hagginwood Community Center at 3271 Marysville Blvd. Sacramento, CA 95815

Tue, Nov 19, 9:30am - 10:00am

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Friends of the Martin Luther King, Jr., Library

Tue, Nov 19, 9:30am - 10:45am

Offsite

This program is located at the Valley Hi Family Resource Center, 7000 Franklin Blvd #820, Sacramento,95823.

Tue, Nov 19, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Martin Luther King, Jr. - Martin Luther King, Jr. Meeting Room

Tue, Nov 19, 10:30am - 11:00am

Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room

Baby Storytime is designed to encourage early learning through shared reading, songs, rhymes and movement. Recommended for birth through 24 months, but older kids are welcome!

Tue, Nov 19, 10:30am - 11:30am

Arcade - Arcade Meeting Room

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Bookmobile - Oaks Mobile Home Park, 9761 E Stockton Blvd, Elk Grove

Tue, Nov 19, 10:30am - 11:00am

Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Tue, Nov 19, 10:30am - 11:00am

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Tue, Nov 19, 10:30am - 1:30pm

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

Free flu vaccines for ages 6 months and older.

Tue, Nov 19, 10:30am - 11:00am

Central - Central Library Kid's Place (Lower Level)

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Tue, Nov 19, 10:30am - 11:30am

Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room

Disfruta de cuentos, canciones, rimas y movimientos en español y en inglés. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and movement in Spanish and English.

Tue, Nov 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven - Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven Meeting Room

Join us at the Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven Library for an 8-week yoga series, featuring beginner friendly poses, breath work and other tools to help soothe nervous systems. REGISTRATION CLOSED.

Tue, Nov 19, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven

Bookmobile - Camden Springs, 8476 Sheldon Rd, Elk Grove

Tue, Nov 19, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Central

Recharge your phone, tablet, or other devices and enjoy some light refreshments. Low stress and fun activities will be available in the space.

Tue, Nov 19, 11:15am - 11:45am

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Tue, Nov 19, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Del Paso Heights

Disfruta de cuentos, canciones, rimas y movimientos en español y en inglés. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and movement in Spanish and English.

Bookmobile - Regency Place Sr Residence, 8170 Arroyo Vista Dr, Sacramento

Tue, Nov 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room

Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator. No registration is needed.

Tue, Nov 19, 1:15pm - 1:45pm

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Rescheduled

Bookmobile - Bruceville Terrace, 8151 Bruceville Rd, Sacramento

Tue, Nov 19, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

New date Tuesday, November 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Arden - Dimick

Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator. No registration is needed.

Tue, Nov 19, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Bookmobile - Mendocino Apartments, 5581 Mendocino Blvd, Sacramento

Tue, Nov 19, 2:45pm - 3:15pm

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Adult Book Group: Mystery - While Justice Sleeps, by Stacey Abrams

Tue, Nov 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room

The Rancho Cordova Library is reading While Justice Sleeps, by Stacey Abrams.

Tue, Nov 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room

Join us at the Arden-Dimick Library for an 8-week yoga series, featuring beginner friendly poses, breath work and other tools to help soothe nervous systems. REGISTRATION CLOSED.

Tue, Nov 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room

Tweens & Teens are invited to come enjoy manga, games, crafts and snacks on the 3rd Tuesday of each month! This program is recommended for ages 11-18.

Tue, Nov 19, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Martin Luther King, Jr. - Martin Luther King, Jr. Meeting Room

Join us while we explore different STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) activities and projects.

Film Noir Movie Night: Hammett

Tue, Nov 19, 3:45pm - 5:00pm

Franklin

Homework help for students K-8th grade by teen homework coaches.

Teen Advisory Board

Tue, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

North Natomas

Want to have a say in what the North Natomas Library does for teens? Then hang out with us!

Tue, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Central - Central Library Lobby (1st Floor)

Join us on the third Tuesday of every month for a film noir movie and popcorn in the Galleria West Meeting Room! This month we'll be watching Hammett (Orion Pictures/Warner Brothers 1982).

Rescheduled

Tue, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

New date Tuesday, November 19, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Sylvan Oaks

Come join us for three weeks of writers' workshops as we share writing tips, storytelling techniques, and our works-in-progress! Whether you end up with 500 words or 50,000, all writers are welcome.

Virtual Systemwide Teen Advisory Board

Tue, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Sylvan Oaks

Come join us for three weeks of writers' workshops as we share writing tips, storytelling techniques, and our works-in-progress! Whether you end up with 500 words or 50,000, all writers are welcome.

Tue, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual

Need volunteer hours? Want to have a say in what the library offers to teens? Join the Systemwide Teen Advisory Board!

Bookmobile - Murieta Village, 14751 Poncho Conde Circle, Rancho Murieta

Wed, Nov 20, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Wed, Nov 20, 10:00am - 11:00am

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

Bring your young children to explore, learn, and play at the library. Enjoy playful learning activities together, specifically designed for children ages 0-5 years old.

Wed, Nov 20, 10:00am - 11:00am

Belle Cooledge - Belle Cooledge Meeting Room

Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.

Wed, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:30am

South Natomas - South Natomas Meeting Room

Wed, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:25am

Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room

Stories, songs, and fun for 0-5 year-olds and their caregivers. There are two Storytime sessions at 10:30 and 11:30 with one Stay and Play in between.

Wed, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:30am

Valley Hi - North Laguna - Valley Hi-North Laguna Meeting Room

Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.

Wed, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:00am

Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room

Families with young children (0-5) are invited to join us at Sylvan Oaks Library for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build early literacy skills. Older siblings are welcome to attend.

Wed, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:30am

Rio Linda

Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.

Wed, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:30am

Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room

Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.

Wed, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:30am

Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room

Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.

Wed, Nov 20, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room

Stories, songs, and fun for 0-5 year-olds and their caregivers. There are two Storytime sessions at 10:30 and 11:30 with one Stay and Play in between.

Wed, Nov 20, 11:30am - 12:30pm

North Sacramento - Hagginwood

Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.

Makerspace @ Central - Drop In - Visit the Makerspace

Wed, Nov 20, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

North Natomas - North Natomas Meeting Room

Join us at the North Natomas Library for an 8-week yoga series, featuring beginner friendly poses, breath work and other tools to help soothe nervous systems. REGISTRATION CLOSED.

Wed, Nov 20, 12:00pm - 6:00pm

Central

Create your concept with advanced tools to create music, designs, and 3D objects.

Wed, Nov 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room

Join us at the Fair Oaks Library for a 7-week yoga series, featuring beginner friendly poses, breath work and other tools to help soothe nervous systems. REGISTRATION CLOSED.

Wed, Nov 20, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room

Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.

Wed, Nov 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Walnut Grove

Meet other teens, and hang out in a space dedicated to you.

Wed, Nov 20, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Elk Grove - Elk Grove Meeting Room

Meet other teens and hang out in a space dedicated to you.

Bookmobile - Mutual Housing at River Garden, 2201 Northview Dr, Sac

Wed, Nov 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Galt - Marian O. Lawrence

Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator. All levels are welcome, including Beginners.

Wed, Nov 20, 3:15pm - 4:00pm

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Wed, Nov 20, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central - Central Library 2nd Floor

Chess Club is a welcoming space for chess players of all levels to get together and play chess in person.

Wed, Nov 20, 3:45pm - 5:00pm

Franklin

Homework help for students K-8th grade by teen homework coaches.

Adult Book Group: Nonfiction

Wed, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

Wed, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room

Nonfiction subjects, October 16 - November 20: Cookbooks, Entertaining, Food Join us for an opportunity to share and discover nonfiction books via discussion, journals and book talks. We will have resources on journaling and book talks as we learn together new ways to share books. Materials to create a book journal will be provided or bring your own favorite journal. Many ways to participate: Give a short book talk Sit quietly and listen Read or journal Create an infographic of your favorite book Please email Raina at rcarson@saclibrary.org for more information.

Drop-In Coding Club for Tweens (ages 8-13)

Wed, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

North Highlands - Antelope - North Highlands-Antelope Meeting Room

Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.

Wed, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Arcade - Arcade Meeting Room

Want to learn how to code with Scratch, Python, and other programming languages? Stop by the drop-in Coding Club at the Arcade library, run by experienced coders from Mira Loma High School!

Bookmobile - Northland Village, 3730 Modell Way, Sacramento

Wed, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

North Natomas

Students in Kindergarten through 8th grade can attend the Homework Zone and will be helped by trained Teen Homework Coaches in completing their school assignments.

STEAM for Kids - Ozobots

Wed, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Franklin

Join us while we explore different STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) activities and projects.

Wed, Nov 20, 4:30pm - 5:15pm

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Teen Volunteer Orientation

Wed, Nov 20, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Martin Luther King, Jr. - Martin Luther King, Jr. Meeting Room

Need volunteer hours? Please fill out the application at Saclibrary.org/Teens For teens ages 14-18

Printmaking for Adults

Wed, Nov 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Belle Cooledge - Belle Cooledge Meeting Room

Explore the art of printmaking.

Bookmobile - Willow Glen Apartments, 1625 Scarlet Ash Ave, Sacramento

Wed, Nov 20, 5:30pm - 6:15pm

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Grownups Unite! A Graphic Novel Book Group

Wed, Nov 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual - Virtual Room 1

A virtual graphic novel book group for adults

Thu, Nov 21, 10:00am - 11:00am

Ella K. McClatchy - McClatchy Library Meeting Room

Join us at the Ella K. McClatchy Library for an 8-week yoga series, featuring beginner friendly poses, breath work and other tools to help soothe nervous systems. REGISTRATION CLOSED.

Thu, Nov 21, 10:00am - 11:00am

North Highlands - Antelope - North Highlands-Antelope Meeting Room

Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories to build the early literacy skills of young children. This program is for parents and caregivers with young (0-5) children.

Bookmobile - Sky Parkway Senior Apartments, 5414 Sky Pkwy, Sacramento

Thu, Nov 21, 10:00am - 11:30am

Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven

Join us for Explore and Learn: a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers. It's an opportunity to meet others and play together.

Thu, Nov 21, 10:00am - 10:30am

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Baby Explore and Learn

Thu, Nov 21, 10:00am - 10:30am

Offsite

This program is located at the Sam & Bonnie Pannell Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Road, Sacramento, 95832.

Makerspace @ Central - Drop In - Visit the Makerspace

Thu, Nov 21, 10:00am - 11:00am

Isleton

Families with young children are invited to join us at the Isleton Library for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build early literacy skills. Older siblings are welcome to attend.

Thu, Nov 21, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Central

Create your concept with advanced tools to create music, designs, and 3D objects.

Thu, Nov 21, 10:30am - 11:15am

Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room

Join us for Family Storytime where we will read stories, sing songs, and have a wonderful time!

Thu, Nov 21, 10:30am - 11:30am

Elk Grove - Elk Grove Meeting Room

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children. We meet in the Community Room on Thursdays from 10:30-11:30 AM.

Thu, Nov 21, 10:30am - 11:30am

Orangevale - Orangevale Library Jane Wise Meeting Room

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Thu, Nov 21, 10:30am - 11:00am

Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room

Baby Storytime is designed to support early learning through shared singing, movement, book sharing, and bonding. This program is for parents and caregivers with babies up to 18 months.

Thu, Nov 21, 10:30am - 1:30pm

Central

Free flu vaccines for ages 6 months and older.

Bookmobile - Capitol Mobile Senior Home Park, 6701 63rd St, Sacramento

Thu, Nov 21, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Offsite

This program is located at the Sam & Bonnie Pannell Community Center, 2450 Meadowview Road, Sacramento, 95832.

Thu, Nov 21, 11:15am - 11:45am

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Bookmobile - Greenhaven Place, 6350 Riverside Blvd, Sacramento

Thu, Nov 21, 1:00pm - 2:15pm

Virtual

Practice speaking English in a friendly and informal online group setting using Zoom. Speak with both native English speakers and other English learners, led by a trained facilitator. We'll discuss a variety of topics, ranging from everyday life to local things to do and more. This group at 1:00 is for beginner/intermediate English learners, but all levels are welcome. Please email literacy@saclibrary.org for the Zoom link. An intermediate/advanced group meets at 5:00 on Thursdays. There is a separate Zoom link. English learners are welcome to attend both groups.This event developed by Sacramento Public Library in support of its English language learning priority.

Thu, Nov 21, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Bookmobile - Colonial Heights Library, 4799 Stockton Blvd, Sacramento

Thu, Nov 21, 1:15pm - 3:15pm

Bookmobile

The library's mobile services team will be at the Colonial Heights Library! Visit us to get a library card, use a computer, borrow books, movies, and more. Wi-Fi will be available during our stop.

Cancelled

Partners in Crime

Thu, Nov 21, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Ella K. McClatchy

Artful Afternoons for Adults - Paint a Picture

Thu, Nov 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room

Join us for a fun afternoon of arts & crafts for grown-ups!

Bookmobile - Greenhaven Terrace, 1180 Corporate Way, Sacramento

Thu, Nov 21, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Thu, Nov 21, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

North Sacramento - Hagginwood

Families with young children (0-5) are invited to join us at the North Sacramento-Hagginwood Library for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build early literacy skills.

Thu, Nov 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Valley Hi - North Laguna - Valley Hi-North Laguna Meeting Room

Join us at the Valley Hi-North Laguna Library for an 8-week yoga series, featuring beginner friendly poses, breath work and other tools to help soothe nervous systems. REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

Thu, Nov 21, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Martin Luther King, Jr. - Martin Luther King, Jr. Meeting Room

Teens are invited to come enjoy manga, games, crafts and snacks.

Thu, Nov 21, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room

School age children can practice their skills by reading aloud to a certified therapy dog (and their handler).

Tween Book Group

Thu, Nov 21, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room

This Month's Comic: Superman Smashes the Klan by Gene Luen Yang Come join us for a lively discussion our comic book of the month! Enjoy snacks, trivia, and a craft or activity based on this month's book. Copies will be available at the front desk the month prior to the meeting. This program is recommended for ages 9-12.

Thu, Nov 21, 3:45pm - 5:00pm

Franklin

Homework help for students K-8th grade by teen homework coaches.

Thu, Nov 21, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Southgate

Homework help for students Kindergarten-8th grade.

STEAM For Kids - Explore Art with Nature

Thu, Nov 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room

School-age (5-12) children and their families are invited to explore concepts in science, technology, engineering, art, and math on the third Thursday of each month. There will be a different project each month.

Thu, Nov 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

North Natomas - North Natomas Meeting Room

Explore nature and art. Using paper, crayons, watercolors, glue and natural items, participants will design their own process-based art project. This program is designed for kids ages 6-12.

Teen Advisory Board @ Fair Oaks

Thu, Nov 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room

Do you want a say in what the library does for teens? Want to earn volunteer credit or gain leadership skills? Join the Teen Advisory Board to do all of that and make new friends at the same time.

Teen Space: Movie Night

Thu, Nov 21, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

South Natomas - South Natomas Meeting Room

Join us every third Thursday for our Teen Space. We will show a movie and serve snacks!

Teen Book Group: Snowglobe

Thu, Nov 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Franklin

Wanna talk or rant about books with other teens? Each month we'll choose a new book to read and discuss as a group. This month's pick is the Korean dystopian thriller Snowglobe by Soyoung Park.

Bookmobile - Cordova Meadows, 2312 Sierra Madre Ct A, Rancho Cordova

Thu, Nov 21, 4:15pm - 5:00pm

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Thu, Nov 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Virtual

Fri, Nov 22, 9:30am - 11:00am

Offsite

This program is located at the George Sim Community Center, 6207 Logan Street, Sacramento, 95824

Fri, Nov 22, 10:00am - 11:00am

Galt - Marian O. Lawrence

Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes designed to build early literacy skills

Fri, Nov 22, 10:00am - 11:00am

Belle Cooledge - Belle Cooledge Meeting Room

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Pride Industries - Career Hub

Fri, Nov 22, 10:00am - 11:00am

Franklin

Join us for Explore and Learn, a play-based program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.

Fri, Nov 22, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Sylvan Oaks

Pride Industries will help attendees prepare for employment and develop their career path.

Fri, Nov 22, 10:30am - 11:30am

South Natomas - South Natomas Meeting Room

Adult Space - Buttons

Fri, Nov 22, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Martin Luther King, Jr. - Martin Luther King, Jr. Meeting Room

Join us for our weekly Adult Space: Crafting program. Bring your own project or use our provided crafting supplies. Light refreshments will be provided.

Rescheduled

Fri, Nov 22, 10:30am - 11:00am

New date Friday, November 22, 11:00am - 11:30am

Sylvan Oaks

Meet at Sylvan Oaks Library every Friday at 11:00 a.m. for a casual guided stroll through the park. Adults and families are all welcome!

Fri, Nov 22, 10:30am - 1:30pm

North Natomas - North Natomas Meeting Room

Free flu vaccines for ages 6 months and older.

Fri, Nov 22, 10:30am - 11:30am

Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe Bilingual Storytime

Fri, Nov 22, 10:30am - 11:30am

Del Paso Heights

Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.

Fri, Nov 22, 10:30am - 11:00am

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

Disfruta de cuentos, canciones, rimas y movimientos en español y en inglés. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and movement in Spanish and English.

Fri, Nov 22, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Central - Central Library 3rd Floor

Fri, Nov 22, 11:00am - 11:30am

Sylvan Oaks

Meet at Sylvan Oaks Library every Friday at 11:00 a.m. for a casual guided stroll through the park. Adults and families are all welcome!

Fri, Nov 22, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room

Sing songs, wiggle your baby, and chat with other caregivers about your little one's newest milestone! This program is designed for babies up to 24 months.

Makerspace @ Central - Drop In - Visit the Makerspace

Fri, Nov 22, 11:30am - 1:00pm

Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Study Room B

Meet 1-on-1 with library staff to discuss your tech needs.

Fri, Nov 22, 12:00pm - 6:00pm

Central

Create your concept with advanced tools to create music, designs, and 3D objects.

Fri, Nov 22, 1:00pm - 2:15pm

Virtual

Practice speaking English in a friendly and informal online group setting using Zoom. Speak with both native English speakers and other English learners, led by a trained facilitator. We'll discuss a variety of topics, ranging from everyday life to local things to do and more. Topics will be a repeat of the ones discussed during the Thursday 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. groups. All levels are welcome. Please email literacy@saclibrary.org for the Zoom link. This event developed by Sacramento Public Library in support of its English language learning priority.

Fri, Nov 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven - Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven Meeting Room

Love knitting, or want to learn how? Join us for a weekly meet-up of community members who enjoy showing off their latest projects, and teaching others how to get started. Beginners are welcome.

Senior Social

Fri, Nov 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Elk Grove - Elk Grove Meeting Room

A socializing style program intended for older adults. We meet on the second and fourth Fridays of the month from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM in the Elk Grove Library Community Room.

Fri, Nov 22, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room

Free flu vaccines for ages 6 months and older.

Fri, Nov 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

Meet 1-on-1 with library staff to discuss your tech needs.

Fri, Nov 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Galt - Marian O. Lawrence

Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator. All levels are welcome, including Beginners.

Teen Space: Art & Journaling

Fri, Nov 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Walnut Grove

Join us while we explore different STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) activities and projects.

STEAM For Kids

Fri, Nov 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

McKinley

Join the McKinley Library for STEAM activities for kids. We'll explore a different STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) activity on the fourth Friday of each month.

Teen Volunteer Drop-In

Fri, Nov 22, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

North Highlands - Antelope - North Highlands-Antelope Meeting Room

Help with general library support tasks & projects, plus receive volunteer orientation materials & training for volunteer shifts outside of drop-in hours. No registration or sign up is required; please bring any paperwork that needs to be signed!

Fri, Nov 22, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Carmichael

Learn a new hobby or practice a current one with fellow teens!

Fri, Nov 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Martin Luther King, Jr.

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Fri, Nov 22, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Valley Hi - North Laguna - Valley Hi-North Laguna Meeting Room

Join us for Planner Club to take time to focus on yourself and check some things off your planner "to do" list with like-minded people.

Bookmobile - Hagginwood Community Center, 3271 Marysville Blvd

Fri, Nov 22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

North Natomas - North Natomas Meeting Room

Sat, Nov 23, 8:30am - 12:00pm

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Adult Space

Sat, Nov 23, 10:00am - 11:30am

Isleton

Join us on the 4th Saturday of each month where we will do a variety of activities; arts and crafts, hands-on activities, health & wellness, gardening, conversation, learning opportunities, etc. All skill levels are welcome. No experience is necessary, and all materials will be provided for the monthly project. Light refreshments will be served.

Sat, Nov 23, 10:00am - 11:00am

Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven - Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven Meeting Room

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities, and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Bilingual Bird Watching & Nature Journaling - Sol Collective - Cosumnes River Preserve

Sat, Nov 23, 10:00am - 10:30am

Franklin

Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build the early literacy skills of young children.

Sat, Nov 23, 10:00am - 11:30am

Offsite

Join us for a culturally relevant bird watching experience at a nature preserve and nourish your creativity whilst learning the basics of nature journaling to start your exploration of the world.

This event is full

Puppet Art Theater Co.

Sat, Nov 23, 10:00am - 11:30am

Fair Oaks

Join us for a puppet production of the Three Billy Goats Gruff!

Makerspace @ Central - Drop In - Visit the Makerspace

Sat, Nov 23, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Central

Make your concept reality with advanced tools to create music, designs, and 3D objects.

Adult Space: Jewelry Making

Sat, Nov 23, 10:30am - 11:00am

North Natomas - North Natomas Meeting Room

Sat, Nov 23, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Rio Linda

Make your own jewelry with beads and wire. No experience is necessary, and all materials will be provided. Seating is limited and on a first-come, first-served basis.

Arden-Dimick Book Group

Sat, Nov 23, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room

Join the Arden-Dimick Library for a discussion about [book with link]. The book will be available for check-out at the Arden-Dimick Library by [date].

Sensory-Friendly Family Movie

Sat, Nov 23, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room

STEAM for Kids - Vegetable Stamping

Sat, Nov 23, 10:30am - 11:00am

Central - Central Library Kid's Place (Lower Level)

Baby Storytime is designed to support early learning through shared singing, movement, book sharing, and bonding. This program is for parents and caregivers with babies up to 18 months.

Family STEAM

Sat, Nov 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Belle Cooledge - Belle Cooledge Meeting Room

Children ages 6-12 and their families can play, discover, and create with process-based activities exploring science, technology, engineering, arts, and math concepts.

Sat, Nov 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

Join us while we explore different STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) activities and projects.

Family Art Lab

Sat, Nov 23, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Orangevale - Orangevale Library Jane Wise Meeting Room

We bring the art supplies, you bring the creativity! Families, kids and teens are welcome to join us as the library puts out a variety of art supplies and let everyone make whatever art they want! Paints, modelling clay, markers, air brushing, and more are available for us to make pictures, sculptures, and mixed media projects!

STEAM for Kids: Slime

Sat, Nov 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

South Natomas

Create your own slime to take home! Experiment with various ingredients to create different types of slime, and compare and contrast the results of your concoctions.

Teen Service Saturdays

Sat, Nov 23, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Arcade - Arcade Meeting Room

Drop-in volunteer hours! On the second and fourth Saturday of every month, teen participants will work on a variety of projects to support the library.

Mon, Nov 25, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Offsite

This program is located at the Joe Mims, JR Hagginwood Community Center at 3271 Marysville Blvd. Sacramento, CA 95815

Bookmobile - Eastern Gardens Sr Apartments, 3045 Eastern Ave, Sacramento

Tue, Nov 26, 9:30am - 10:45am

Offsite

This program is located at the Valley Hi Family Resource Center, 7000 Franklin Blvd #820, Sacramento,95823.

Tue, Nov 26, 10:00am - 10:45am

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Tue, Nov 26, 10:30am - 11:00am

Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room

Baby Storytime is designed to encourage early learning through shared reading, songs, rhymes and movement. Recommended for birth through 24 months, but older kids are welcome!

Tue, Nov 26, 10:30am - 11:30am

Arcade - Arcade Meeting Room

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Tue, Nov 26, 10:30am - 11:00am

Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Tue, Nov 26, 10:30am - 1:30pm

Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room

Free flu vaccines for ages 6 months and older.

Tue, Nov 26, 10:30am - 11:00am

Central - Central Library Kid's Place (Lower Level)

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Tue, Nov 26, 10:30am - 11:30am

Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room

Disfruta de cuentos, canciones, rimas y movimientos en español y en inglés. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and movement in Spanish and English.

Tue, Nov 26, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven

Rescheduled

Tue, Nov 26, 11:00am - 1:30pm

New date Tuesday, November 26, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Central

Recharge @ Central Library from 11am to 1:30 pm Tuesdays in November. Enjoy refreshments, charge your devices, use the internet, watch movies, color and more! This week's activity: Video Games & Board Games!

Bookmobile - El Camino Gardens Sr Apts, 2426 Garfield Ave, Carmichael

Tue, Nov 26, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Central

Tue, Nov 26, 11:00am - 11:30am

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Tue, Nov 26, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Central

Recharge your phone, tablet, or other devices and enjoy some light refreshments. Low stress and fun activities will be available in the space.

Bookmobile - Carmichael Oaks, 8350 Fair Oaks Blvd, Carmichael

Tue, Nov 26, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Del Paso Heights

Disfruta de cuentos, canciones, rimas y movimientos en español y en inglés. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and movement in Spanish and English.

Tue, Nov 26, 11:45am - 12:15pm

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Bookmobile - Winding Commons Sr Residence, 6017 Winding Way, Carmichael

Tue, Nov 26, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room

Tue, Nov 26, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Rescheduled

Bookmobile - Sierra Sunrise Sr Residence, 4525 Manzanita Ave, Carmichael

Tue, Nov 26, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

New date Tuesday, November 26, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Arden - Dimick

Tue, Nov 26, 1:45pm - 2:15pm

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Tue, Nov 26, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Martin Luther King, Jr. - Martin Luther King, Jr. Meeting Room

Join us while we explore different STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) activities and projects.

Teen Advisory Board - Southgate

Tue, Nov 26, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Sylvan Oaks

Come join us for three weeks of writers' workshops as we share writing tips, storytelling techniques, and our works-in-progress! Whether you end up with 500 words or 50,000, all writers are welcome.

Tue, Nov 26, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

Do you want a say in what the library does for teens? Want to earn volunteer credit or gain leadership skills? Join the Teen Advisory Board to do all of that and make new friends at the same time.

Bookmobile - Arbor Creek Apartments, 8340 Elk Grove Florin Rd, Sacramento

Tue, Nov 26, 4:45pm - 5:30pm

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Bookmobile - Murieta Village, 14751 Poncho Conde Circle, Rancho Murieta

Wed, Nov 27, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Wed, Nov 27, 10:00am - 11:00am

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

Bring your young children to explore, learn, and play at the library. Enjoy playful learning activities together, specifically designed for children ages 0-5 years old.

Wed, Nov 27, 10:00am - 11:00am

Belle Cooledge - Belle Cooledge Meeting Room

Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.

Wed, Nov 27, 10:30am - 11:00am

Sylvan Oaks - Sylvan Oaks Meeting Room

Families with young children (0-5) are invited to join us at Sylvan Oaks Library for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build early literacy skills. Older siblings are welcome to attend.

Wed, Nov 27, 10:30am - 11:30am

Rio Linda

Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.

Wed, Nov 27, 10:30am - 11:25am

Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room

Stories, songs, and fun for 0-5 year-olds and their caregivers. There are two Storytime sessions at 10:30 and 11:30 with one Stay and Play in between.

Wed, Nov 27, 10:30am - 11:30am

Valley Hi - North Laguna - Valley Hi-North Laguna Meeting Room

Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.

Wed, Nov 27, 10:30am - 11:30am

South Natomas - South Natomas Meeting Room

Wed, Nov 27, 10:30am - 11:30am

Fair Oaks - Fair Oaks Meeting Room

Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.

Wed, Nov 27, 10:30am - 11:30am

Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova Meeting Room

Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.

Wed, Nov 27, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room

Stories, songs, and fun for 0-5 year-olds and their caregivers. There are two Storytime sessions at 10:30 and 11:30 with one Stay and Play in between.

Makerspace @ Central - Drop In - Visit the Makerspace

Wed, Nov 27, 11:30am - 12:30pm

North Sacramento - Hagginwood

Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.

Wed, Nov 27, 12:00pm - 6:00pm

Central

Create your concept with advanced tools to create music, designs, and 3D objects.

Wed, Nov 27, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Nonie Wetzel Courtland

The Courtland Library Book Group meets the last Wednesday of each month. Come in any time to check out the next title.

Wed, Nov 27, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Carmichael - Carmichael Meeting Room

Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.

Wed, Nov 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Walnut Grove

Meet other teens, and hang out in a space dedicated to you.

Wed, Nov 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Rio Linda

Join us on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month for games, crafts, hanging out with other teens, and of course, books!

Wed, Nov 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Galt - Marian O. Lawrence

Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator. All levels are welcome, including Beginners.

Bookmobile - Vineyard Point Apartments, 7585 Diamond Ranch Dr, Sacramento

Wed, Nov 27, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central - Central Library 2nd Floor

Chess Club is a welcoming space for chess players of all levels to get together and play chess in person.

Wed, Nov 27, 3:30pm - 4:15pm

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Wed, Nov 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

North Highlands - Antelope - North Highlands-Antelope Meeting Room

Join us for Explore and Learn, a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers to meet others and play together.

Wed, Nov 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

Cancelled

Bookmobile - Churchill Downs Apartments, 8155 Waterman Rd, Sacramento

Wed, Nov 27, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

North Natomas

Students in Kindergarten through 8th grade can attend the Homework Zone and will be helped by trained Teen Homework Coaches in completing their school assignments.

Wed, Nov 27, 4:30pm - 5:15pm

Bookmobile

The bookmobile brings the library to you. Visit us at one of our stops in your area to get a library card, use our free Wi-Fi service, borrow books, movies, and more.

Thu, Nov 28, 10:00am - 11:30am

Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven

Join us for Explore and Learn: a program with fun learning activities for young children and their caregivers. It's an opportunity to meet others and play together.

Thu, Nov 28, 10:00am - 11:00am

Isleton

Families with young children are invited to join us at the Isleton Library for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build early literacy skills. Older siblings are welcome to attend.

Thu, Nov 28, 1:00pm - 2:15pm

Virtual

Practice speaking English in a friendly and informal online group setting using Zoom. Speak with both native English speakers and other English learners, led by a trained facilitator. We'll discuss a variety of topics, ranging from everyday life to local things to do and more. This group at 1:00 is for beginner/intermediate English learners, but all levels are welcome. Please email literacy@saclibrary.org for the Zoom link. An intermediate/advanced group meets at 5:00 on Thursdays. There is a separate Zoom link. English learners are welcome to attend both groups.This event developed by Sacramento Public Library in support of its English language learning priority.

Thu, Nov 28, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Virtual

Fri, Nov 29, 10:00am - 11:00am

Galt - Marian O. Lawrence

Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes designed to build early literacy skills

Fri, Nov 29, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Central - Central Library 3rd Floor

Fri, Nov 29, 1:00pm - 2:15pm

Virtual

Practice speaking English in a friendly and informal online group setting using Zoom. Speak with both native English speakers and other English learners, led by a trained facilitator. We'll discuss a variety of topics, ranging from everyday life to local things to do and more. Topics will be a repeat of the ones discussed during the Thursday 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. groups. All levels are welcome. Please email literacy@saclibrary.org for the Zoom link. This event developed by Sacramento Public Library in support of its English language learning priority.

Fri, Nov 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Galt - Marian O. Lawrence

Practice speaking English in a friendly, small group led by a trained facilitator. All levels are welcome, including Beginners.

Cancelled

Fri, Nov 29, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

North Natomas

Sat, Nov 30, 10:00am - 11:00am

Robbie Waters Pocket - Greenhaven - Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven Meeting Room

Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities, and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children.

Makerspace @ Central - Drop In - Visit the Makerspace

Sat, Nov 30, 10:00am - 10:30am

Franklin

Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories designed to build the early literacy skills of young children.

Sat, Nov 30, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Central

Make your concept reality with advanced tools to create music, designs, and 3D objects.

Sat, Nov 30, 10:30am - 11:00am

North Natomas - North Natomas Meeting Room

Arden-Dimick Book Group

Sat, Nov 30, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Arden - Dimick - Arden-Dimick Meeting Room

Join the Arden-Dimick Library for a discussion about TITLE. The book will be available upon request at the front desk of the Arden-Dimick Library starting DATE.

Adult Book Group: Book to Movie - Death on the Nile by Agatha Christie

Sat, Nov 30, 10:30am - 11:00am

Central - Central Library Kid's Place (Lower Level)

Baby Storytime is designed to support early learning through shared singing, movement, book sharing, and bonding. This program is for parents and caregivers with babies up to 18 months.

Sat, Nov 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

Join us for a chat about the book and the movie.

One-On-One Tech Help

Sat, Nov 30, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Main floor

Meet 1-on-1 with library staff to discuss your tech needs.

STEAM for Kids - Leaf Watercolors

Sat, Nov 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Southgate - Southgate Meeting Room

Join us while we explore different STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) activities and projects.

Adult Spaces: Gaming

Sat, Nov 30, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Martin Luther King, Jr. - Martin Luther King, Jr. Meeting Room

Adults are welcome to drop by to play video games and board games on the last Saturday of the month.